
Creamy and Elegant Barrel-Fermented Chardonnay

Martinborough, in the Wairarapa region at the southern tip of New Zealand's North Island, is home to Palliser Estate, one of the pioneers of winemaking in the area, founded in 1984.
This Chardonnay is one of its flagship wines. The grapes come from Palliser's own vineyards, including the BioGro-certified organic vineyards of Om Santi and Wool Shed.
Winemaking
All grapes are hand-picked and pressed whole before being placed in French oak barrels for spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts.
After fermentation, the barrels are topped up, and the lees are stirred in some of them to enhance body and texture.
The wine is aged in barrels for 10 months, then transferred to tanks, racked off the lees, and bottled.
Tasting Notes
Lemon yellow with golden highlights.
Aromas of ripe peach, nectarine, and vanilla, with underlying toasted, sweet nuances of hazelnut butter and almond powder.
On the palate, creamy, full-bodied fruit flavors unfold. The richness of stone fruit is complemented by pronounced barrel-derived vanilla, while a clean line of acidity provides balance. The finish is long, with minerality and aromas of crème brûlée lingering on the palate.
Residual sugar is approximately 3 g/L, and the wine is distinctly dry.
This highly acclaimed wine received five stars and a top-10 rating in Cuisine magazine (September 2025), along with scores of 95 from Master Sommelier Cameron Douglas, 93 from James Suckling, and 91 from Steven Wong MW.
Aging
It is enjoyable to drink now, but further aging will develop more complex nutty notes. The winery suggests drinking it through around 2032.
Pairing
It pairs well with dishes featuring butter, cream, and toasted flavors.
- Thyme-Butter Roasted Chicken Thighs (the aromas of herbs and butter complement the barrel nuances)
- Butter-Poached Scallops with Leeks (the sweetness of the scallops blends with the wine's fruit flavors)
- Milk-Poached Pork Belly with Sage (the mellow umami harmonizes with the wine's creaminess)
- Butter-Soy Sautéed Scallops (the toasted flavors of butter and soy pair well with the wine's barrel aromas)
Palliser Estate Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc are also available. Be sure to taste them and discover the distinctive character of this winery.
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About Palliser Estate

Palliser Estate is a leading winery in Martinborough, Wairarapa, that has been producing premium wines for over 20 years. The first vines were planted in 1984, and the winery was established in 1989.
Since Alan Johnson, now a highly respected figure in the New Zealand wine industry, became chief winemaker in 1991, the winery has won numerous awards at home and abroad, including at the London International Wine Challenge.

The winery also pursues sustainable practices across three dimensions: the environment (natural environment), people (local community), and business (corporate responsibility), and is known as a pioneer in environmentally sustainable winemaking.
Palliser Estate produces two wine series: Estate and Penkaroa. The Estate series is primarily made from low-yielding grapes grown on older vines. Penkaroa wines are affordable, fruity, well-balanced, and approachable.
About Wairarapa
Wairarapa is located in the southeastern part of New Zealand's North Island. Its convenient location, just about a one-hour drive from the capital, Wellington, also makes it a popular resort destination.
The subregion of Martinborough has climate and soil conditions very similar to those of Burgundy in France and is known worldwide as a premier region for Pinot Noir.

Palliser Estate Martinborough Chardonnay 2024
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Winery | Palliser Estate |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Martinborough |
| Type | White |
| Grape Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Alcohol Content | 13.5% |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Notes | Screw cap |
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